Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) · 6 hours ago
Senior Grant Writer
Washington, DC
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$100K/yr - $110K/yr
4+ years expNatural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) is a non-profit environmental advocacy organization focused on protecting the planet's wildlife and ensuring clean air and water for all. They are seeking a Senior Grant Writer to develop effective fundraising materials for institutional donors, primarily foundations and corporations, while collaborating with various teams to align NRDC's work with funder priorities.
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Responsibilities
Support efforts to maintain and grow revenue from institutional donors by writing fundraising materials—including concept notes, letters of intent, proposal narratives, program updates, and narrative grant reports
Collaborate with U.S. and international program teams, capacity teams, and front-line fundraising strategists to develop narratives that effectively demonstrate how NRDC’s work aligns with funder priorities and follow relevant guidelines, templates, and forms
Create project plans and timelines, coordinate and facilitate communication between internal teams to provide input for funder documents
Compile and integrate information about NRDC’s issues and programmatic work, often very technical, from a variety of sources and describe our activities in clear and compelling language
In partnership with colleagues on the Principal and Institutional Giving Operations team, front-line fundraising strategists, and the finance department, finalize required financial documents for proposal and report submissions, including budgets and expense reports
Lead the submissions process to funders, respecting deadlines and requirements
As needed, provide copy editing support for fellow writers on the Principal and Institutional Giving Operations team to address errors, ensure clarity, and promote messaging consistency
As needed, serve as lead writer on select deliverables for Principal Gifts donors during high volume periods
Actively seek updated information about NRDC and NRDC Action Fund initiatives related to climate, nature, and environmental health in the U.S. and internationally
Maintain a working knowledge of the interests and expectations of the organization’s institutional funders
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
4-7 years' experience writing for a high-volume non-profit Development department
Superior writing skills and demonstrated experience developing proposals for large institutional foundations; experience working with international teams and programming a plus
Experience working in a complex, fast-paced organization
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Able to work independently to manage, prioritize, and meet a high volume of deadlines
Windows and Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Salesforce database software proficiency
Ability to travel to NRDC U.S. based offices for team meetings and retreats
Commitment to NRDC's mission, values, and DEI principles
Benefits
Competitive salaries
Excellent benefits
Supportive working environment
Company
Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC)
NRDC is the nation's most effective environmental action organization.
501-1000 employees
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